Prosperidad is known in the province and the region as the land of many waterfalls. Binaba, Bega and Tugunan waterfalls are the most scenic and popular waterfalls in the province. Prosperidad is also known for other natural attractions such as underground river and hot springs. These scenic spots, however, are still raw and lacking of any developments to attract visitors that could vitalize a tourism industry for the municipality.
To vitalize the tourism industry , the Department of Tourism have identified “Tourism Development Areas (TDA’s) “ in various parts of the country which would be prioritize for development. Unfortunately, Prosperidad was not identified as TDA .
However, with its scenic spots and natural attractions, Prosperidad has the potential to generate tourist traffic to the area, eventually, developing itself into a major tourist destination.
HISTORY
Prior to the Spanish Colonial Period, a Manobo settlement thrived at the junction of the Sianib and Gibong River. This settlement was known to the native as Culilay.
During the Spanish Colonial Period, the missionaries discovered the settlement and soon began the Christianization of the Manobos. The native were given Christian name, the settlement was renamed from Culilay to San Juan.
At the start of the American Period, San Juan was again renamed Las Navas but Las Navas short lived as the place undergo another change in name – from Las Navas to Prosperidad derived from the word “Prospero” or “progressive” as the place has experience growth and prosperity during the time of American Governor Zapanta who coined the name which at to this day is the name of the Municipality.
PROFILE
Prosperidad is a 1st class capital municipality of the province of Agusan del Sur, Philippines. It is located in the Northeastern part and is home to peaceful, warmhearted and hospitable people in its 32 barangays.
Taking from its name “Prosperidad” meaning “prosperity”, the town is a clear picture of how to achieve progress from modest beginings. This progressive town is about 67 kilometers or approximately one hour travel from the regional center of Caraga region, Butuan City.
Your travel to the province of Agusan del Sur is never complete without dropping by and visiting Properidad. They pride of their colorful and lively celebration of the town fiesta every September 28-29 in offering to their patron – Saint Michael the Archangel. They call this celebration the 'Angot Festival' where they hold agro-fairs and street dancing presentationsparticipated by the youths from its 32 barangays.
The town also has a great tourist potential in its scenic and well blessed natural wonders as there are eight (8) waterfalls located in the area.
A visit to Properidad will surely revive your spirit with warm yet lively company and eventful days!
QUICK FACTS
| LOCATION |  |
| INCOME CLASS | : 1st Class Municipality |
| LAND AREA | : 50 515 hectares |
| POPULATION | : 74 796 (2009 CBMS Survey) |
| REGISTERED VOTERS | : 38 989 |
ELECTED OFFICIALS
| Municipal Mayor | : Albin D. Magdamit |
| Vice - Mayor | : Frederick Mark P. Mellana |
| SB Members | : Nieva C. Ronquillo |
| Richel B. Tumulak | |
| Edelberto D. Bastareche | |
| Samson L. Auxtero | |
| Florentino P. Mabras, Jr. | |
| Donato C. Galdiano | |
| Zaldy M. Chua, Jr. | |
| Luisito A. Sabado |
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BARANGAY | BARANGAY CAPTAIN | # | BARANGAY | BARANGAY CAPTAIN | |
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POBLACION AURORA AWA AZPETIA LA CARIDAD LA PERIAN LA PURISIMA LA SUERTE LA UNION LAS NAVAS LIBERTAD LOS ARCOS LUCENA MABUHAY MAGSAYSAY MAPAGA |
MANGADLAO, EDWIN OBGUIA, RODULFO SR. COYOCA, VICTORINO ANTALLAN, RICKY SR. CORTES, ELIZEO SR. VERGARA, LEONARDO PEREZ, GUILBERT CORTON, AGAPITO MANTUA, DARIO ANCHANGCO, ANASTERIO ORAPA, JOSE NECRESIO LAMANILAO, VENANCIO TOLENTINO, WOODROW MANLIGUEZ, BENECIO CORVERA, WARLITO GOMEZ, MANDY |
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 |
NAPO NEW MAUG PATIN-AY SALIMBOGAON SALVACION SAN JOAQUIN SAN JOSE SAN LORENZO SAN MARTIN SAN PEDRO SAN RAFAEL SAN ROQUE SAN SALVADOR SAN VICENTE STA. IRENE STA. MARIA |
GOLORAN, NARLINO TECSON, BETTY TUMALE, DANILO CALANG, SANNY BOY LAWANGON, MARIETO ANDOJAR, MHERNETH MATURAN, ANTONIO DUMAGUIT, ALEJANDRO GULO, EDUARDO GIMOTO, NARCISA REGUYA, VICTOR GLODOBE, DEMETRIO BAD-E, NORBERTO PALCO, FELIPE MANCIA, REBECCA MOLINA, ELIZABETH |
